VERMUNTElizabeth Janet Maria(Hinepua) (Libby)
Our wonderful fun-filled daughter of Sier Vermunt, sister and sister-in-law of Gabrielle and Daniel McKenzie, Eleanor and Ollie Farnsworth, Jane and Will Perry, and her brother Matthew Vermunt. Aunty to Elsie, Halle and new born baby McKenzie, Beau and Monty Farnsworth, and Rose Perry and William Vermunt. Granddaughter of Pauline Tangiora and the late Paschasius (Sier) Vermunt.
Her spirit is now free.
A Celebration of Libby’s life will be held on Monday, March 6, 2023, 1.30pm in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Interment at Eastern Cemetery to follow. Libby will be resting at home at 26 Waihopai Street from Saturday. Messages to 26 Waihopai Street, Invercargill, or to Libby’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where her livestream link is available.
SMITH, Kathryn Janet (Jan) (nee Murray)
Passed away peacefully on March 3, 2023, aged 77 years. Loving wife of 55
years to Barry. Mother extraordinaire to Pip and Amanda. Mother-in-law to Steve and Dan. Best Granny Smith to Tyler, Emma, Jonno and Lottie.
Remembered with love,
finally at rest.
A service for Jan will be held at Maunu Crematorium at 12.30pm, on Friday, March 10, 2023. All communications to the “Family of Janet Smith” C/- PO Box 8043 Kensington, Whangarei 0145.
SWANEY, Hugh Noel
Passed away December 7, 2022. Hugh’s family would like to thank everyone for their sympathy and kindness. There will be a Memorial Service to be held at the St Albans Baptist Church, 65 McFaddens Road, Christchurch, at 2.00pm on Saturday, March 11, 2023.
WILSON, Graeme Carson
Of Golden Bay, wishes to say an affectionate farewell to his loving family, all his dear friends and relatives, as he leaves Scrub Gully on his final journey. He thanks each one of you for enriching his life with so much love and friendship. On Saturday, February 25, 2023, aged 85, he closed the paddock gate and switched off the electric fence. Farewell and Adieu from your Kith and Kin
SCOTT, Elizabeth
Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Loving wife of James Grant (dec). Loving mother of Andrew, James, Clive, Peter (dec) and Helen. Much loved Gran of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
ALLAN, Thirza Marie
On February 24, 2023 (aged 89) at Lady Diana Isaac Retirement Village, Christchurch. Beloved wife of Doug (deceased), mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Andy Munro, Donald, Neroli and Geoff Inkersell, Graeme and Janet. Much loved Nana of Stuart, James and Dougald, Fi, Rob and Anna, Emma and Ben. Great-Nana to 10 adoring great-grandchildren. A private ceremony to celebrate Thirza’s full life was held last Thursday with the family. Thirza has been laid to rest with Doug at the Ellesmere Cemetery. Special mention to the amazing staff of the Special Care Unit at Lady Diana Isaac Retirement Village for their wonderful care of Thirza over the past 5 years.
BREAKWELL, Herbert (Barry)
On 1st March Barry died peacefully, aged 87 Loved farther and grandfather. A service will be held Thursday 9th March at 10.30am at
The Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North.
ROBINSON, Ethel Lesley
On March 1, 2023, peacefully at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Leslie. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gail and Brian, Keith and Judy, Mark, Clair and Darren, and Noel and Sharron. Loved Nana and Granny of Rochelle, Natasha, and Carmella; Duncan, Cameron, and Abigail. Messages to the Robinson family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service
to remember Ethel will be
held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday, March 6, commencing at 11.00am, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
MULHOLLAND, Terence Joseph (Terry)
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, March 2, 2023, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Marilyn. Adored and treasured father and father-in-law to Greg and Leanne Mulholland, Jane and Scott Robertson, Simon and Jess Mulholland. Cherished grandad to Cass, Macklan, Beau and Jax. Loving brother and brother-in-law of Denis and Liz Mulholland, Den and Marg Moore. Loved uncle to his nieces and nephews. Rosary to be recited at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 42 Dryden Street, on Tuesday, March 7 at 7.00pm. A full requiem mass will be celebrated at St Anne’s Catholic Church, 739 Ferry Road, Woolston, on Wednesday, March 8 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Ruru Lawn Cemetery.
LANKSHEAR, Dorothy May (formerly Murray) (nee Hammond)
On 2 March 2023 peacefully at home on her 87th‘birthday. Loved wife of the late Gordon Lankshear and David Murray. Loved Mum of Jo & Mark, Andy (dec) & Donna, Jillaine & Mark, and Glenn & Andie. Treasured Nana Dorrie of Steven and Nicola; Troy, Scott and Aubrie; Liam, Adrienne (dec), Helene, Shaun and Christina; Drew and Great-Nana Dorrie to all her great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Dorothy’s life will be held in the Lane Park Church, 16 Lane Street, Wallaceville, Upper Hutt on Monday, 13 March 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Akatarawa Cemetery. Messages may be placed on Dorothy’s tribute page at
www.tributes.co.nz...
SAVIN, Mary (May)
It is with great sadness we announce that on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, Mary passed away peacefully at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village, Halswell. Dearly loved wife of the late Gordon. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Bernice (deceased) and Margaret, John and Sandy, Anne (deceased) and Michael (deceased). Loved grandma of her four grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Loved sister of Nellie (Lancashire UK) and the late Kathleen, Paddy and John. Much loved by all her nieces and nephews, Also loved by “Tess”. Messages to the Savin family c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made online only at bit.ly... (Memorial gifting website). A Requiem Mass for Mary will be celebrated at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, 31 Gerald Street, Lincoln, on Tuesday March 7, 2023, at 11.00am followed by burial in Lincoln Cemetery.
FILER, June Isobel (née Mann)
Promoted to Glory on February 28, 2023, from Bellevue, Christchurch, loved wife of George (d), sister and sister-in-law of Noel (d) and Linda (d) and Maisie, cherished Aunty of Rod (d), Karen (d), John, Phil and Heather, and Jayne and Tony, great-aunt of Garry, Ashleigh, Brad, Leighton, Courtney, Kirsty and Sarah and their families. Granny June is treasured by George’s children and their families. June devoted her life to others as a Salvationist, a nurse, and a friend, touching and enriching many lives. Now with her Lord. A service honouring June will be held at The Salvation Army Christchurch City, corner Salisbury Street and Colombo Street, Christchurch Central, on Monday, March 6, at 1.30pm. June’s service will be streamed at https
CLEWS, Patricia Elizabeth (nee Killick)
On March 2, 2023, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, Rangiora, surrounded by her family, aged 85 years. Much loved mother of Bruce and Susan, Wayne (deceased), Craig, and Suzanne and Kyle. Adored grandma of Amanda, and Samantha, and loved great-grandma of Jett, Charlotte, Anton, Millie, and Entrica. Loved partner of Arthur, dearly loved sister of Margaret, Gwen (deceased), and Ron (deceased), loved aunty to her nieces and nephews.
“Forever in our hearts”.
Special thanks to all the staff at Charles Upham for the respectful love and care shown to Patricia and her family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Patricia Clews, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Patricia’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Wednesday, March 8, at 10.30am, thereafter private cremation.
HARLEN, Rosalie (nee Burton)
Passed away peacefully December 31st, 2022 surrounded by close family. In accordance with Mums (Rosalie’s wishes) she was cremated on January 1, 2023 again with close family only in attendance. There will be a Memorial Service to be held at Marsden Valley Cemetery (stage 26) on April 8, Easter Saturday. Time 10.30am, where there will also be an unveiling of a new headstone commemorating John, Wayne and now Rosalie Harlen. Friends of Dad, Wayne and Rosalie are welcome. A morning tea / lunch will be held at 26 Bishopdale Avenue following the graveside service. Anyone requiring transport or enquiries please phone LeeAnn 0272625032 or Robbie 0279230568, Karen 02102365204.
DICKSON, Frank (MBE)
Passed away peacefully at Diana Isaac Village, Christchurch, on March 2, 2023, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Rae, much loved father and father-in-law of John (Australia), Chris and Terry Ekstrom (Australia), Glyn and Birgit (Christchurch). Loved Grandad of Anneke, Julian, Kieran; Christopher, Matt, and Nicki. Loved brother of Roy and the late Molly. Grateful thanks to the team at Diana Isaac Village for their care and support of Frank. Messages may be addressed to
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